2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 520 kg more than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Riley One-Point-Five is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Mazda | Riley |
| Model | Premacy | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 25 L |
